Looking for cute, budget-friendly ideas for kids’ party bags? Skip the plastic and sew your own favors! These DIY fabric goodies are fun, quick to make, and super stash-friendly – you can even use scraps. Perfect for birthdays, school parties, or holiday celebrations, and yep – every single one has a free tutorial.
Most of these projects are beginner-friendly, and they’re the kind of keepsakes kids actually love to take home. Think mini toys, handy pouches, wearable treats, and more. Ready to sew something special?
Mini felt animals
These little softies are as adorable as they are easy! Stitch up tiny cats, bears, bunnies, or any animal your party theme calls for. Great for using up felt scraps and perfect for personalizing. Kids will love collecting them or using them in imaginative play. Check out 20 cute free felt animal patterns!
Tiny drawstring pouches
These sweet mini bags are ideal for stashing marbles, candy, or tiny treasures. Sew them in fun prints to match your party colors. They come together quickly and can be reused again and again – no single-use packaging here!
Cute reusable linen drawstring bags with French seams. How to sew mini lined drawstring bags using fabric scraps. Plus, find more fun drawstring bag patterns to sew or crochet!
Fabric bookmarks
Great for little bookworms! These flat, quick-sew bookmarks use just a strip of fabric and some interfacing or felt. Personalize them with initials or shapes for extra charm. A smart way to use your scrap bin and encourage reading too. Or you can make reading even more delightful with these adorable DIY corner bookmarks!
Finger puppets
Sew up a batch of tiny puppets – animals, characters, or silly monsters. Made with felt and thread, these are super quick to whip up and don’t require any stuffing. A fun, screen-free activity kids can take home and play with right away. Kids of all ages are going to love this set of felt farm finger puppets from Artsy-Fartsy Mama! Or you can try sewing a cute kitty cat finger puppet in minutes!
Scrunchies
Sewing scrunchies is fast and fun! Choose bright fabrics or even sparkly ones to make these a hit in any girl’s party bag. Bonus: they’re gentle on hair and way cuter than store-bought options. Great for using up long skinny fabric strips. Or learn how to sew a scrunchie with a bow using the free pattern from Sweet Red Poppy.
Mini zipper pouches
Kids love having a special place for coins, LEGO pieces, or trinkets. These tiny zip pouches are practical and super customizable. Choose fun linings, colorful zippers, and playful prints – they’ll be treasured long after the party’s over.
How to sew a mini zipper pouch in under 30 minutes. Try an adorable coin purse – free pattern from Sew Can She.
Stuffed fabric stars or hearts
Soft, squishy, and super cute – these mini stars or hearts make great bag charms or keychains. Add a ribbon loop to hang them easily. You can sew them up assembly-line style and decorate them with fabric paint or embroidery for extra flair.
DIY star snuggler with an easy to sew pattern from Wild Olive – you can make it in any size! Fabric hearts tutorial – quick and simple!
Crayon rolls
Keep crayons tidy and portable with these fabric roll-up cases. Each one fits lots of crayons and closes with a ribbon or snap. Perfect for crafty kids and great for car rides or waiting rooms. A party favor that’s actually useful!
Sew a pencil roll from two fabric rectangles – Melly Sews. Easy roll-up pencil case with elastic from Confessions of a Homeschooler.
Felt masks
Animal, superhero, or princess – there’s a felt mask for every party theme. These are no-sew or low-sew projects that look amazing and come together quickly. Great for pretend play and photo ops during the party too!
Free eye mask sewing pattern for costumes – Heather Handmade. Make fun animal felt masks – free woodland patterns from Happy in the Hood.
Mini softies
Think tiny plush clouds, ice cream cones, or kittens! These mini softies are irresistibly cute and easy to sew. Use felt or cotton and stuff lightly. A fun surprise that doubles as a keepsake toy. Sew a Softie is a great resource if you want to learn how to create whimsical and unique softies!
Snack bags
Reusable snack pouches are a great eco-friendly alternative to plastic wrap. Fill them with crackers or cookies for a party treat that kids can reuse again and again. They’re lined, washable, and totally customizable with fun fabric. DIY reusable snack bags tutorial from Hello Sewing.
Pencil toppers
Jazz up an ordinary pencil with a fun felt shape on top – dinosaurs, flowers, stars, you name it! These are super quick to make and bring a burst of color and fun to any party bag. Perfect for school-age kids.
Felt cactus pencil toppers – free pattern from Easy Things to Sew. How to make monster pencil toppers – The Craftaholic Witch.
Mini hand warmers
Filled with rice, these palm-sized warmers can be popped in the microwave for cozy hands. Just be sure to use 100% cotton fabric and thread. Great for winter birthdays and comforting for little ones with cold fingers.
How to make adorable mitten handwarmers – Sew Can She. DIY penguin shaped hand warmers – Make It Love It.
Eye masks
Perfect for sleepovers, spa days, or chill-out time. These soft fabric eye masks are a fun party favor kids can actually use. Make them in fleece, flannel, or cotton and add an elastic strap. Optional: include a tag that says “Shhh… beauty sleep in progress!”
Child sleeping mask – free pattern from Fleece Fun. Free sleep mask in adult, children and dolly – Made for Mermaids.
Fabric-covered button hair ties
Fast, easy, and stylish – just cover small buttons with cute fabric and attach them to hair elastics. Kids love them, and they’re a sweet way to use up tiny fabric scraps. Great for themed party sets or mix-and-match gifts.
Cute button hair bands – DIY hair accessory tutorial from Flax and Twine. Covered button hair ties – B-Inspired Mama.
Pocket tissue holders
These mini pouches hold travel tissue packs, perfect for backpacks or coat pockets. They’re simple to sew and super useful during cold and allergy season. Plus, you can coordinate them with the party theme for a personal touch.
5-minute pocket tissue holder from Charlotte Khan. DIY tissue packet covers – The Inspired Wren.
Mini tote bags
Let kids take their goodies home in style! These mini totes are reusable, sturdy, and endlessly customizable. Add appliques, stamps, or even let the kids decorate their own at the party. A great alternative to plastic bags.
How to make a mini tote bag (about 8″ x 5″ when finished) – tutorial from Create with Claudia. Tote bag sewing pattern – free pattern in 5 different sizes from Sweet Red Poppy.
Reversible wrist cuffs or bracelets
These colorful little cuffs are soft, adjustable, and great for pretend play. Use Velcro closures and fun fabrics to make superhero, princess, or rainbow versions. Bonus: they’re totally reversible, so kids get two looks in one!
Reversible fabric cuff bracelets from Handmadiya. Fabric scrap bracelets DIY from 5 out of 4. Or try this video tutorial for cute fabric wrapped elastic bracelets.
Pocket-sized tic-tac-toe sets
Turn a classic game into a fun fabric favor! Sew a fabric tic-tac-toe board and add little felt Xs and Os in a matching pouch. It’s a great quiet-time activity for kids and super easy to customize with themed fabrics or party colors. A winner for all ages! Tic tac toe travel game from Heather Handmade. Super easy tic-tac-toe game from felt. On the go tic tac toe from Crazy Little Projects.
Mini bean bags
Great for tossing games or just sensory fun, these tiny bean bags are easy to sew and even easier to love. Fill with rice, lentils, or poly pellets, and sew in colorful cotton. Make a few for each child so they can play at home too. DIY bean bags for toss game from See Kate Sew.
Party favors kids will actually love
These handmade goodies are a fun way to add a personal touch to your party bags – no more plastic junk that ends up in the bin! Whether you’re sewing a few or going all out for a class party, these quick DIYs are budget-friendly, beginner-approved, and full of charm. Happy sewing!